Specialists from different fields have ventured into writing books to better explain the links between geopolitics and digital technology. Political scientists, engineers, philosophers, and senior civil servants regularly publish analyses to decipher this new form of “warfare.” Below are some examples of essays that will help you delve deeper into the connection between geopolitics and digital technology.
When Geopolitics Plays Out on Data
Today, essays dedicated to digital sovereignty, informational warfare, and AI constitute a separate editorial category. Publications are produced by academics, practitioners, and specialists at various levels. They document the transformation of power dynamics in the digital age among nations. Once reserved for specialists, these topics now appeal to a wider readership, especially as digital technology has become an integral part of our lives.
The convergence of geopolitics and digital technology extends beyond the editorial world. It also encompasses various higher education programs, particularly those related to political science and digital technology. For example, the ia 18.06 School, a private institution located in Molsheim, Alsace, has built its pedagogical project at the intersection of political science and digital technology. The school believes that the political and digital dimensions can no longer be separated, as you will notice in the works below.
5 Essays to Decrypt the New Global Paradigm
Literature on the themes of geopolitics and digital technology has greatly expanded in recent years. Among the available works, here are 5 that are definitely worth exploring.
Technopolitics: How Technology Makes Us Soldiers?
Published by Editions du Seuil in 2023 and authored by Asma Mhalla, this book discusses data and cloud sovereignty. It methodically analyzes Europe’s dependence on digital infrastructure from Americans and Chinese. The author demonstrates how cloud, platforms, and data have become tools of geopolitical power.
Atlas of Artificial Intelligence
If you are looking for a book that addresses AI and democracy, you can opt for “Atlas of Artificial Intelligence” by Kate Crawford, published by the Yale University Press in October 2021 and translated into French by Zulma. The book explores the political and social implications of contemporary AI systems. It shows that an disembodied and neutral AI is a myth.
The Information War: States Conquering Our Minds
In this book related to informational warfare and intelligence written by Davis Colon and released by Tallandier editions in 2023, strategies of influence and disinformation are discussed. The book highlights the role of social networks, data, and OSINT techniques in modern conflicts. In 2026, this essay is important for better understanding the new forms of hybrid wars.
The Digital Sovereignty Trap: Avoiding the Return of Silos
Authored by Anu Bradford and published by Oxford University Press in 2023, this book analyzes tensions between regulation, sovereignty, and digital globalization by comparing European, American, and Chinese approaches. The author discusses the impact of regulations like GDPR and platform laws. The book is excellent for a better understanding of digital diplomacy.
Power and Progress: Our Thousand-Year Struggle Over Technology and Prosperity
If you are interested in blending Tech convergence with social sciences, you can check out “Power and Progress” by Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson, published by PublicAffairs in 2023. The book offers a historical look at the relationship between technological progress and social organization. The authors also show that technology is not neutral. It depends on political choices and can either reinforce inequalities or serve the collective interest.
Political Science and Digital Technology: A Convergence in Education
The themes explored in the aforementioned essays go beyond books. They reflect the changes we are experiencing today. Nowadays, political science programs systematically incorporate modules dedicated to digital issues like cryptocurrencies, personal data protection, and the use of big data analysis tools.
This pedagogical revolution is a response to a professional reality. Future diplomats, risk analysts, policy advisors, and others will have to practice their professions in environments where digital technology is prevalent. Therefore, mastering digital skills will be essential for making informed decisions in their respective fields.
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